All articles by Mike Knowles – Page 27
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NewsGruppo Orsero H1 profit ‘back to normal’
One of Europe’s largest fresh produce importers says it sees good potential for growth despite current economic uncertainty
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NewsG-Berries makes Morocco’s raspberry dream a reality
The Italian group has embarked on commercial tests with four of the country’s suppliers
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NewsNZ kiwifruit model is “magic and must be protected”
Grower association holds special event to mark anniversary of vital industry restructuring and the creation of export brand Zespri
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NewsXi Jinping highlights apple export growth in Gansu, China
The Chinese premier led a delegation on a tour of apple production facilities near the city of Tianshui earlier this week
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NewsNew lanternfly cases a concern for Michigan fruit growers
Apples, grapes and peaches could be under threat from infestations of spotted lanternfly, which has been present in the US for a decade
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NewsPhilippines banana exporters eager for Korea FTA to be ratified
Country has lost market share to Vietnam in recent years, but some believe the implementation of a new trade agreement could reverse that decline
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NewsThe Greenery embarks on three-year digital transformation
Dutch produce business opts for Rootstock and Salesforce as it looks to build more streamlined planning and sales structure
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NewsZespri considers low-emission shipping corridor between NZ and Belgium
The New Zealand-based kiwifruit company has launched a pilot sustainability project with shipping firm ANL, part of CMA CGM
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NewsSlovenian apples star in AI-generated Spar advert
Retailer says its new promotional video was created using only text descriptions, store photos, and advanced AI technology
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NewsRed kiwifruit at the double for Jingold
The company has expanded its business in the past year and sees excellent potential for its green, yellow and red-fleshed varieties in various Asian markets
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NewsAsia Fruit Logistica preview: Rest of Europe
Following yesterday’s preview of Dutch exhibitors at the Hong Kong show, we round up more of the event’s European contingent
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NewsItalian trade mourns death of Claudio Scalise
Leading marketing expert played an instrumental role in developing a strong international reputation for Italy’s fresh fruit and vegetables
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NewsWildfire was ‘sad moment’ for Greek veg production
One organic farm is understood to have been completely destroyed as a result of the enormous fire which spread across East Attica last week
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NewsLidl extends worker salary tool to UK banana supply chains
Retailer plans to use living wage calculator developed with IDH to ensure it pays its share of ‘living wage’ for plantation workers
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NewsNew tech helps importer avoid the avocado hard sell
Well-timed investment in technology and a carefully planned procurement programme have combined to give UK importer Worldwide Fruit a considerable advantage
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NewsStrike action could have major impact on US East Coast
According to data shared by Sea-Intelligence, a possible strike by port workers could cause a backlog that remains until the start of 2025
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NewsHelp us protect citrus industry from mosquitos, Spanish group tells EU
’Public health must prevail over absurd and senseless political ideologies,’ says president of agricultural association Asaja Murcia
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NewsEurope’s pear production begins slow recovery
Volumes in Italy and France set to rebound after weather-affected campaign, but growers in Belgium, Netherlands and Spain expect significant decline in production
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NewsEU apple crop shrinks amid continued climate uncertainty
Next season’s volume set to fall to around 10.2m tonnes, mainly as a result of declining production in the eastern part of the continent
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FeaturesCould a new crop of apple ideas bear fruit in Hungary?
By employing advanced production methods, planting better varieties, and coordinating their marketing efforts, apple growers in the country appear to have given themselves a greater chance of commercial success